Hybrid Global Quality Systems Leader

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Albemarle is seeking a Global Quality Systems Manager to lead the strategy, standardization, and governance of Quality Management Systems across its manufacturing network. You will be the global SME for QMS governance, process confirmation, Cost of Quality and quality performance measurement.

This hybrid role partners across Quality, Operations, QC, Supply Chain, Finance and more to reduce risk and strengthen compliance while driving value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management, or related field.
• 10+ years in chemical manufacturing, quality management, or similar multi-site/global role.
• Advanced expertise in ISO 9001 and IATF 16949; translate requirements into practical systems.
• Experience building or improving Cost of Quality and quality-performance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead development, standardization, governance of QMS processes.
• Establish frameworks for document management, audits, risk management and Cost of Quality.
• Assess sites against standards, drive improvement plans and verify closure.
• Promote root-cause analysis, corrective actions and prevention of recurrence.
• Lead analytics, automation and digital quality initiatives across the network.

Skills

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Quality Management

Audit Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Change Leadership

Digital Quality Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Chemistry or Quality Management

Job description

Albemarle is seeking a Global Quality Systems Manager to lead the strategy, standardization, and governance of Quality Management Systems across its manufacturing network. You will be the global SME for QMS governance, process confirmation, Cost of Quality and quality performance measurement.

This hybrid role partners across Quality, Operations, QC, Supply Chain, Finance and more to reduce risk and strengthen compliance while driving value.